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What's Going On: Birdwatching basics in Massena, gardening class in Potsdam, computer class in Canton

Posted 3/26/19

WORKSHOPS, PROGRAMS ON THURSDAY Gardening classes POTSDAM: A three-part gardening series to help gardeners, both beginners and experienced; Thursdays on March 14, 21, and 28 from 12-1:30 p.m. at the …

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What's Going On: Birdwatching basics in Massena, gardening class in Potsdam, computer class in Canton

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WORKSHOPS, PROGRAMS ON THURSDAY

Gardening classes

POTSDAM: A three-part gardening series to help gardeners, both beginners and experienced; Thursdays on March 14, 21, and 28 from 12-1:30 p.m. at the Potsdam Public Library; the free classes are presented by Paul Hetzler, Horticulture and Natural Resources Educator for Cornell Cooperative Extension of St Law. Co; learn about soil health and site requirements, how to combat weather patterns and new disease strains, and how to identify and manage pests. Register online at www.potsdamlibrary.org.

Computer class

CANTON: Cyber Seniors class on computers, 2:30-4 p.m., St. Lawrence-Lewis BOCES, 40 W. Main St.; offered by county Office for the Aging, taught by St. Lawrence University students; classes are free to those 60 and older with little or no knowledge, as well as those who want to gain more knowledge of tablets, smartphones and computers; classes are offered in I & II part sessions, so registration will be for 2 classes to be sure topics are covered fully; must bring your own tablet or smartphone.

Gastro health lecture

POTSDAM: St. Lawrence Health System’s Board Certified Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist James Vecchio, MD, will lead a new series of lectures as part of Colon Cancer Awareness Month; “Gastrointestinal Health – What You Must Know,” will be held on March 14, 21, and 28, from noon-1 p.m., in the second floor conference rooms of 50 Leroy St.; lunch provided, all welcome; reservations required: 315-261-5413, dchaselauther@cphospital.org; Dr. Vecchio will present tips on how to maintain gastrointestinal health.

Learn to bird

MASSENA: Learn to bird with birdwatching basics; 3:30 p.m; Nicandri Nature Center, 19 Robinson Bay Rd; www.massenanaturecenter.com.

Foster parenting info

CANTON: Foster parenting informational session hosted by Fostering Futures of St. Lawrence County Therapeutic Foster Care Program, 6 p.m., Human Services Center, 80 State Highway 310; informal, casual setting, Q & A, light refreshments; 315-229-3504, mpickering@nnychildrenshome.com.